Susan McCarthy
County Cork,Ireland
Summary
An experienced professional with expertise in organisational leadership, strategic planning, and advocacy and fund-raising. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, highly developed conflict resolution abilities, and a strong commitment to social inclusion. Proven track record in networking and interpersonal skills, education, training and development, and critical evaluation. Dedicated to driving impactful initiatives that foster growth and inclusivity within organisations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
County Councillor
Cork County Council
Cork, Ireland
05.2014 - 06.2024
- Negotiated successfully with central government agencies for better resource allocation across the entire county.
- Liaised with various stakeholders to leverage funding for multiple community development and public realm projects throughout the district.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations by coordinating efforts across various agencies, planners and government ministers.
- Effectively communicated constituent concerns at council meetings, both at full plenary and district level.
- Assisted in drafting new county policies addressing key challenges such as housing and climate change.
- Collaborated effectively with other councillors for the betterment of communities across the county.
Director of Studies /French Teacher
ETS Student and Language Centre
Midleton, Ireland
09.1995 - 06.2007
- Managed recruitment and ongoing appraisal of 10 to 15 teaching staff on a multi-annual basis.
- Ensured timely completion of accreditation processes with Cambridge Certification for foreign students.
- Established strong working relationships with stakeholders including the Department of Education, the Irish Naval Service, Job Options Bureau.
- Managed scheduling timetables and activities, ensuring optimal use of resources and facilities.
Education
QQI Level 7 - Climate Crisis and Local Government
University College Cork
Cork 01/2022 - 04/2022
Higher Diploma in Arts - Journalism and Broadcast Media
Griffith College
Cork 09/2007 - 05/2008
Diploma of Higher Education - Export Law
South East Technological University
Waterford 09/1992 - 05/1993
Bachelor of Arts - French and Economics
University College Cork
Cork 09/1989 - 05/1992
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Organisational Leadership
- Highly developed conflict resolution skills
- Networking and Interpersonal skills
- Education, Training and Development
- Advocacy and Fund-raising
- Critical evaluation
- Social Inclusion, DEI support work
- Strategic planning
Timeline
County Councillor
Cork County Council
05.2014 - 06.2024
Director of Studies /French Teacher
ETS Student and Language Centre
09.1995 - 06.2007
QQI Level 7 - Climate Crisis and Local Government
University College Cork
01/2022 - 04/2022
Higher Diploma in Arts - Journalism and Broadcast Media
Griffith College
09/2007 - 05/2008
Diploma of Higher Education - Export Law
South East Technological University
09/1992 - 05/1993
Bachelor of Arts - French and Economics
University College Cork
09/1989 - 05/1992
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